The Martin County Cancer Patient Services met at St. Mary's Lower Level at 5:30 PM. Rheadawn Street opened with a prayer and welcomed the guests. In attendance were Rheadawn Street, Sandy Bratton, Linda Knight, Shannon Wagoner, Rex knight, Karen Jones, Robin Hart, Sharon Brassine, tammy Salmon, Debra Guy, Don Greene, Greg Bateman, Rene Phillips, and Jim Force.
The minutes from the June meeting were reviewed by the board via email. Shannon Wagoner made the motion to accept and Rheadawn Street seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0. Linda Knight presented the treasure report. Sandy Bratton made the motion to approve and Rheadawn Street seconded the motion. It was approved 4-0.
Grant Update:
Rex Knight gave an updated report on the $2,000 grant awarded by the Martin County Community Foundation and $2,000 Hoosier Uplands to MCCPS. He gave the stipulations for using the grant money, receipts, and documentation are needed for the MCCF Grant. The Hoosier Uplands can be used as a donation. Rex reported that the REMC-Dubois does cover the Lost River area. Community Foundation Grant is available to apply for in October. Check on Duke Energy donation as they do not have a grant application.
Patient Update and Community Outreach:
Total Patients for June - 20
New Patients: 1
Total Patients for July - 24
New Patients: 5
Deaths: Brenda Petty and Sandy Crosby. Our condolences to the families of these ladies.
June Gas Cards given: 3 = $148
June - 3 cases of Ensure given
July Gas Cards given: 10 = $592
July - 6 cartons of regular Boost and 4 cartons of Glucose Control
Two drivers utilized in July; one to Jasper and one in Loogootee
Discussion was held regarding the need for a patient recliner. This patient will have bilateral breast removal and is paying on the chair. The grant money can be used for the recliner payment; Lisa Starr from the Community Foundation approved this per Linda Knight. Shannon Wagoner made the motion to pay off the chair amount for the patient. Sandy Bratton seconded the motion. It was approved 4-0.
Tammy Salmon delivered 2- June birthday gift bags and will have 5 birthdays coming in August. A special thank you to Tammy for her willingness to put together the birthday gift bags and deliver!
FUNDRAISING:
Several ideas were given for fundraising ideas: Lemonade stand hosted by grandchildren, Mathias Chicken Dinner, Radio and Video advertisement, post an Amazon wish list, Mary Kay, Thirty-One Bingo, and update on challenge match for George Templin. Robin Hart will call John Mathias regarding the Chicken Dinner.
VOLUNTEERS:
President Street provided a volunteer sign up sheet for the Hindostan Days on October 7th.
Robin Hart and Linda Knight 8-10 AM
Tammy Salmon and Karen Jones 10-12 PM
Shannon Wagoner and Sharon Brassine 12-2 PM
Looking ahead to the Shoals Christmas Parade; volunteers will be needed.
Linda Knight made a motion to adjourn and Shannon Wagoner seconded it. Meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM. The next meeting will be held at the Loogootee Public Library, Indiana on September 5, 2023 at 5:30 PM
Electronic Signature: Shannon Wagoner